Buttery slice-and-bake cookies studded with dried cherries and a subtle kick of white pepper, shaped into logs and chilled overnight before slicing. A surprising sweet-spicy combination that makes for an unexpected and delightful wine club dessert.

Blanched green beans and okra are steeped in a spiced vinegar brine with coriander, cayenne, and smoked paprika, then refrigerated for at least six hours. These crunchy, tangy pickled vegetables serve double duty as a zesty snack and a garnish for cocktails like the Bloody Bull.

Fresh lime juice and homemade mint simple syrup topped with sparkling water over ice for a fizzy, herbaceous cooler. A refreshing non-alcoholic sipper that keeps everyone hydrated during a laid-back movie night.

A buttery pecan shortbread crust layered with tangy cranberry-pomegranate filling and a crumbly cinnamon-sugar topping. A jewel-toned holiday dessert that makes a beautiful and portable addition to any Thanksgiving feast.

A hearty Italian soup of pasta and beans with a soffritto base of onion, celery, and carrot. A warming one-pot meal that's pure comfort for the whole family.

Mushrooms, carrots, and onion are sauteed and simmered in chicken broth with fish sauce and tangy tamarind paste, then finished with tender bok choy and sliced grilled chicken. This Southeast Asian-inspired soup showcases chicken in a warming, umami-rich broth that is a world away from the usual chicken soup.

Blanched snap peas tossed with crispy prosciutto, creamy goat cheese, orange supremes, radishes, fresh mint, and tarragon. A vibrant, renovated salad that layers bright citrus, salty crunch, and fresh herbs for a beautifully composed dish.

Crisp lettuce, radishes, tomatoes, onions, and creamy avocado tossed in a tangy vinaigrette for a fresh, vibrant side. A light, crunchy salad that balances the richness of a Cuban comfort food menu. I

Frenched lamb chops soak up a bold marinade of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, rosemary, parsley, cumin, and garlic before hitting the grill, then are served with a bright reserved mint-lemon dressing. The aromatic crust and herb-forward finish make these chops an impressive yet straightforward main course.

A chocolate hybrid treat that's half scone, half muffin — tender, rich, and cocoa-forward. A sweet Valentine's morning surprise.